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Take Me For A Ride (TM4R)

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One storyteller author inventor cult expert, Mark Laxer. One long-distance runner music educator world-traveler singer songwriter, Eric Maring. Take Me For A Ride is a philosophical podcast exploring ideas of the day, books and music of note plus freeform absurdity, warmth, sensitivity, and intelligence. "These guys are delightful - the perfect mix of wisdom and absurdity to capture this era. " --Pastor Pat Kahnke, Author of MAGA Seduction
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Mark, Eric and Greg meet at McGann's pub in Doolin, Ireland to sample the Balmer's and Guinness, relish the live music and to talk about Fintan O'toole's epic We Don't Know Ourselves, a memoir of modern Ireland from the 60's to the present. Mr. Peach rears his head with caution as the local capybara orders a double Bushmills. The Ukrainian Photogra…
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TM4R celebrate their return with a discussion of the peachy realm of Facebook, Spotify, and Amazon. Steve Jobs weighs in with his life's work which necessitates a discussion of his bio. Can't find your way home? Mr. Peach uses Apple Maps and can help out.takemeforaride
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Mark and Eric reflect on a wilderness trip to Olympic National Park where they began discussing Ernest Hemingway. A dive into three of Hemingway's classics ensues. Mr. Peach goes to Pamplona and ends up in a sticky mess. See the crazy pile-up here at Pamplona July 13, 2013. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo-YnoYsaVM…
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TM4R ponder the shift in things since being vaccinated. The devastating but inspiring 40 Days of Musa Dagh and There Was and There Was Not highlight an exploration of the Armenian genocide and its historical ripples. Mark interviews Eric about his new album The Year of Seeing Clearly before Mr. Peach figures out the expansive uses of barbed wire an…
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TM4R'ers rejoice in their first episode together in the same space as they ponder story-telling and recall a hair-raising taxi ride in Varanasi, India. "The Lady or the Tiger" reveals the power and crippling effect of decision making and what it means to have your boots on the ground. Mr. Peach chooses door number one and receives a slimy fish.…
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This one goes to eleven. TM4R discovers secrets of 11 in math and revels in the wonder of chess. Mark and Eric discuss Megha Majumdar’s dark and highly acclaimed first novel, A Burning. A musical tribute to a great patriot follows before Mr. Peach begs us to consider Ted Cruz’s canine care coupled with his crazy Cancun caper.…
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Mark and Eric celebrate TM4R’s 10th episode for a hot second. Then a disheartening look at “White Noise”, the Atlantic’s documentary on leaders in the alt-right movement lays the groundwork for grappling with Isabel Wilkerson’s recent and already classic nonfiction book Caste - The Origins of Our Discontents. TM4R asks their teens about the value o…
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TM4R ponders the meaning and fallout of the Capitol breach. Tara Westover’s extraordinary memoir Educated is the book of note. Inspired by the discussion, Eric weaves in his latest song “You Don’t Die From a Broken Wing or a Broken Heart” before Mr. Peach asks whether we should count all the goats or just those that drive Teslas.…
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Mark and Eric ponder the case of Jewish doctor Taylor Nichols who treated a COVID patient covered in Nazi tattoos. Interview with Richard Bell, author of the powerful and heart-wrenching book Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home. TM4R sings the praises of "Oh, Freedom!" before Mitch McConnell helps Mr. Pe…
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Eric shares the wonder of training for and running the Stone Mill 50-mile race before he and Mark dive into the classic “The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner” and ponder its echoes in the country today. Following up on their review of the piercing and poignant “MAGA Seduction”, TM4R interviews author Pat Kahnke and he shares his thoughts on E…
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TM4R discussion of secrets behind cheese pizza and Qanon. Book talk about Evangelical Pastor Patrick Kahnke's courageous "MAGA Seduction" and Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery". Featured music is "Sad, Tired, Beautiful World" from the Monkey Bible Project. Mr. Peach interjects by revealing the hidden connection between Giuliani, landscaping, and Phila…
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Mark goes deep reflecting on his experience in a cult and what he sees playing out in the U.S. today. Discussion of Rachel Maddow's masterpiece about the oil industry "Blowout". Mr. Peach ponders fake news, Hillary's server and 10,000 ideas beyond. Featuring music by Eric Maring including A Fine Balance and music from The Line.…
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Mark and Eric ponder empathy then continue their discussion of "Endgame - Inside the Impeachment of Donald J. Trump" with Eric Olson; the Erics share a poignant and timely song they co-wrote, "The 3 O'Clock Parade". Mr. Peach goes head to head with John Bolton. See Hidden Brain's Empathy Gym Three O'Clock Parade by Paint Branch Creek on Spotify Pod…
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Mark and Eric ponder courage and corruption. Pt. 1 of discussion with poet/thinker/public servant/community organizer Eric Olson about "Endgame - Inside the Impeachment of Donald J. Trump" by Eric Swalwell. A tribute to Richie Havens follows. Mr. Peach makes his customary but highly anticipated appearance. Featuring music from The Line by Eric Mari…
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Mark and Eric discuss the article "New York is Dead" before diving into the heroic diaries of Viktor Klemperer that have a chilling ring today. Eric shares an original tune, "Genevieve", which echoes today and Klemperer's era. The grab-bag chapter is dedicated to a discussion of loss on several levels before Mr. Peach heads to the beach.…
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Mark and Eric discuss cancel culture and a fantasy voyage to Indonesia with the president, Eli Saslow's Rising Out of Hatred and Mark's recent graphic book "Rama Trauma Trump" before taking Mr. Peach to the beach. Featuring music from The Line.takemeforaride
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